Electrical Techniques - Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship
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Program Overview
In Humber’s Electrician – Construction and Maintenance Apprenticeship program students will learn to use computer software to communicate and generate business related documents.
- learn the Canadian Electrical code in order to comply with mandatory regulations governing the electrical trade
- become familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act as it pertains to the electrical trade
- describe the function, application and operation of trade related measurement tools, hand tools and equipment in order to be able to construct and maintain standard electrical equipment (power circuits, electronics, instrumentation and control equipment and software)
- learn to read and create various construction and maintenance drawings and be able to use a drawing to fabricate designs using the appropriate scales, employing typical construction materials and service equipment
- apply electrical principles, concepts and perform associated calculations
Apprenticeships are not available to international applicants.
The Humber Advantage
Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology
Home to many of our skilled trades programs, the Centre for Skilled Trades and Technology takes you beyond a traditional classroom and provides hands-on practice in a simulated worksite.
Faculty Spotlight
Craig Trineer holds a Masters Degree from Central Michigan University in Adult Education, having an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Concordia University in Montreal, and a Construction and Maintenance Electricians License. He came to Humber in 2001 after working for a number of years in the oil industry as an Electrician and then as The Senior Training Coordinator of a refinery.
Craig is a co-author of two text books that are widely used in the post-secondary Electrical fields across Canada. Craig uses a blend of humour and a convivial approach to integrate the formal and informal aspects of his students education and experience.
Your Career
According to Service Canada, construction is a growth industry in Canada currently employing more than 1.2 million people. Over the next few years, economic growth is expected to boost employment in most construction sectors, and as the construction industry – both residential and commercial – continues to grow, qualified electricians will increasingly be in demand, giving you a wide range of opportunities to choose from.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate of Qualification Trade Exam
Apprentices completing the required in-school training are issued a Certificate of Apprenticeship and Ontario College Certificate from Humber College. Upon successful completion of in-school and on-the-job training, apprentices may write the Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate of Qualification trade exam.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
Program Availability
| INTAKE DATE | LOCATION |
|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | North |
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